Ruby at the Park

The boys and I took Ruby to the park today for the first time since she was a puppy. She played in the playhouse,went down the slide,
played in the tunnels,watched Caden swing,
knocked Caden off the swing,
and had a great day!

Perfection

I was reminded tonight of how blessed I am. Life is at one of those perfect moments. I wanted to freeze time tonight, but since I can't do that, the next best thing is to blog about it.

My birthday was yesterday. It was a busy day with church, going out for lunch, Trunk-or-Treat at the church, and trick-or-treating and hanging with friends in our old neighborhood last night. It was a wonderful birthday.

Then tonight, Joey and the boys put together a little family only surprise party for me out on the back deck. The boys each got me a gift and made a card, Joey grilled Carson's deer that he shot this weekend, they sang to me (both Happy Birthday and the Celebrate song which is our own little family tradition), and they topped it off with a surprise Cinnabon birthday cake. I feel so loved by all the men in my life.

I have to share the words from Caden's card so I will never forget them.

to: Mom

Mom, you are the greatest mom in the world. You care for me when I'm sick. You really are the most amazing mom in the world. If you weren't here for 2 weeks, by the time you came back we would all be gnawing on a closed canned food. Mom, I love YOU! and YOU! could! not! get! better!

LOVE: Caden